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Data Analysis Courses for Beginners

Beginner data analysis courses can help you learn data collection techniques, basic statistical concepts, data visualization, and interpretation of results. You can build skills in using spreadsheets for data manipulation, creating charts for visual representation, and applying descriptive statistics to summarize findings. Many courses introduce tools like Excel, Google Sheets, and data visualization software such as Tableau, showing you how to effectively analyze and present data to support decision-making.

Popular Beginner Data Analysis Courses and Certifications


  • L

    LearnQuest

    Basics of Cisco Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Network Monitoring, Network Performance Management, Network Administration, Network Security, Routing Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, OSI Models, TCP/IP, Computer Networking, Network Routers, Network Switches, General Networking, Command-Line Interface, Network Routing, Networking Hardware, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Network Model, Network Protocols

    4.6 stars, 113 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (113) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Decision Making, Behavior Management, Behavioral Management, Emotional Intelligence, Psychology, Critical Thinking, Empathy

    4.4 stars, 61 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (61) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Threat Management, Risk Management, Business Continuity Planning, Asset Protection, Risk Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Risk Mitigation, Business Continuity, Risk Control, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Controls

    4.6 stars, 164 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (164) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    National Taiwan University

    發展心理學:哲學觀與方法論 (Developmental Psychology: Philosophical Bases and Methodology)

    Skills you'll gain: Childhood Education and Development, Child Development, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Research Methodologies, Research Design, Research, Human Development, Learning Theory, Data Collection, Psychology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Informed Consent

    4.6 stars, 92 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (92) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Lesson Planning with the ELL in Mind

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Language Competency, English Language, Curriculum Planning, Pedagogy, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Language Learning, Student Engagement, Multilingualism, Learning Theory, Grammar, Vocabulary

    4.7 stars, 203 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (203) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Building, Optimizing, and Validating Machine Learning Models

    Skills you'll gain: Model Training, Model Optimization, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Software, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Methods, Feature Engineering, Workflow Management, Verification And Validation, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Benchmarking, Random Forest Algorithm, Performance Analysis, Cost Management, Resource Utilization

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Edureka

    Responsible AI in Practice: Fairness, Bias & Explainability

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, AI Security, Information Privacy, Decision Intelligence, AI literacy, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Management, Trustworthiness, Security Strategy, Security Management, Business Risk Management, Governance, Stakeholder Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Introducción a R para ciencia de datos

    Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), R Programming, R (Software), Statistical Analysis, Ggplot2, Data Import/Export, Statistical Methods, Statistical Programming, Model Training, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Data Visualization, Data Preprocessing, Data Science, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Manipulation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Revolutionary Ideas: Utility, Justice, Equality, Freedom

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Studies, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Liberal Arts, Governance, Economics, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7 stars, 378 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (378) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Salesforce Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, User Provisioning, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Cloud Applications, Email Automation, Account Management, Identity and Access Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Management

    3.8 stars, 48 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.8 (48) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Goldman Sachs

    Fundamentos de las Ventas y el Marketing con Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Effectiveness, Digital Marketing Tools, Marketing, Brand Marketing, Sales Process, Marketing Strategies, Sales Strategy, Marketing Planning, Value Propositions, Sales, Sales Development, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Branding, Brand Management, Growth Strategies, Business Metrics, Performance Metric, Goal Setting

    4.7 stars, 233 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (233) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • C

    Coursera

    Get Started with Airtable

    Skills you'll gain: Project Management Software, Workflow Management, Real Time Data, Timelines, Kanban Principles, Database Software, Data Integration, Project Management, Database Design, Scheduling, Data Sharing, Leadership, Problem Solving

    3.9 stars, 33 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 3.9 (33) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular data analysis courses

  • Basics of Cisco Networking: LearnQuest
  • Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior: Fractal Analytics
  • Introduction to Risk Management: University of California, Irvine
  • 發展心理學:哲學觀與方法論 (Developmental Psychology: Philosophical Bases and Methodology): National Taiwan University
  • Lesson Planning with the ELL in Mind: Arizona State University
  • Building, Optimizing, and Validating Machine Learning Models: Coursera
  • Responsible AI in Practice: Fairness, Bias & Explainability: Edureka
  • Introducción a R para ciencia de datos: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Revolutionary Ideas: Utility, Justice, Equality, Freedom: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Salesforce Introduction: LearnKartS

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